Magnetocaloric Cooling Systems

Cooling without
compromise.

Industrial refrigeration powered by physics — not refrigerants. MCS technology delivers up to 40% energy savings with zero GWP and no pressurized gases.

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40%

Energy savings vs conventional

Global Warming Potential (GWP)

65%

Of theoretical Carnot efficiency

35K

Temperature lift achievable

20 → 150 kW

Modular capacity range — scalable to project requirements

The physics behind it

How magnetocaloric
cooling works

The magnetocaloric effect (MCE) is a natural phenomenon where certain materials change temperature in response to a magnetic field — no gases, no compressors, no emissions.

Magnetization

MCM enters the magnetic field. Electron spins align — the material releases heat and warms up.

Heat rejection

Warm-side heat exchanger transfers released heat to the ambient environment, completing the hot cycle.

Demagnetization

The MCM leaves the field. Electron spins randomize — the material absorbs energy and cools down.

Cold extraction

Cold-side heat exchanger captures the cooling effect. Multi-loop rotation (~18 rpm) creates a continuous, stable thermodynamic cycle.

Why MCS

Built for the future
of industrial cooling

Compared to conventional refrigeration using HFCs, CO₂, or NH₃, MCS eliminates the fundamental trade-offs that have defined the industry for decades.

Zero refrigerant emissions

Solid magnetocaloric materials replace all gaseous refrigerants. GWP = 0. No F-Gas compliance burden, no leak risk, no PFAS concerns.

Low-pressure operation

No pressurized circuits means reduced risk, simplified installation, and less stringent safety requirements on-site.

Reduced maintenance

No compressor, no pistons, no oil management. Fewer failure points translates directly to lower operational costs.

Exceptional efficiency

Up to 65% of Carnot efficiency with 40% lower energy consumption — a benchmark vapor-compression systems rarely approach.

Quiet and vibration-free

Smooth rotary motion at ~18 rpm generates minimal vibration and noise — ideal for retail and food production environments.

Parameter

Conventional

MCS

Refrigerant GWP

Up to 4,000+

Operating pressure

High (30–150 bar)

Low

Carnot efficiency

~40–50%

Up to 65%

F-Gas regulation

Phase-out risk

Not applicable

Energy savings

Baseline

~40% lower

Compressor required

Yes

Maintenance complexity

High

Low

Noise / vibration

High

Minimal

Where it performs

Designed for
real-world demands

From supermarket refrigeration to cold chain logistics, MCS systems are engineered for continuous, high-demand industrial operation.

Supermarket refrigeration

Central cooling for retail stores (~1,000 m²). A typical supermarket requires 100–120 kW of continuous refrigeration — precisely MCS's target range.

100–120 kW

Food processing & cold chain

Continuous-duty refrigeration for food manufacturing and logistics. Lower OPEX and GWP = 0 align with sustainability requirements across the supply chain.

Industrial scale

Industrial process cooling

Precision temperature control for manufacturing. Operates across –120 °C to +50 °C, suitable for the most demanding process requirements.

–120 °C to +50 °C

Technical specifications

Performance
by the numbers

Current generation MCS modules are designed for industrial deployment, with a clear path to full-scale production systems.

20 kW

Single module cooling capacity

150 kW

Maximum scalable system output

35 K

Temperature lift (ΔT)

65%

Carnot efficiency achieved

~18 rpm

Rotational speed of MCM bed

GWP — no gaseous refrigerants

–120°C

Minimum operating temperature

+50°C

Maximum operating temperature

40%

Energy reduction vs conventional

Total cost of ownership

Higher upfront.
Lower lifetime cost.

10-year comparative cost index (normalized)

CAPEX — ConventionalBaseline

CAPEX — MCSHigher initial

OPEX — Conventional (10 yr)High

OPEX — MCS (10 yr)~40% lower

TCO — Conventional100%

TCO — MCS~75%

The investment case for sustainable cooling

MCS systems require a higher upfront investment than conventional compressor-based units. However, substantially lower energy bills and reduced maintenance costs compound over time to deliver a significantly better Total Cost of Ownership.

For a supermarket running 24/7, the payback window is attractive, and the system eliminates exposure to refrigerant phase-out regulations and carbon taxes.

No refrigerant refills or compliance costs
40% lower electricity consumption
Minimal servicing — no compressor overhaul cycles
Future-proof against F-Gas and HFC regulations
Modular design enables phased investment

Cooling withoutcompromise.

How magnetocaloriccooling works